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On May 1st I was able to check something off my personal business bucket list, it was the MOST amazing feeling. I was able to speak at an event that was actually the first event I EVER attended. The International Virtual Assistants Association Live Summit was HUGE in making my business what it is now, even though I'm no longer a VA. In this episode I'm sharing some insights and inviting...

It's another hot topic today on Hit the Mic, we're taking on pricing. I'm joined by the very smart Rebecca Tracey, and she's sharing her tips to get started with pricing and how to raise your prices. She's sharing her methods on creating prices that work for you! A little about Rebecca…   Rebecca Tracey is the head/only honcho over at The Uncaged Life . She helps people fl...

Today is a BIG day, I'm excited to be celebrating the 50th episode of Hit the Mic. I LOVE doing this podcast so thank you for your continued support and for listening and sharing and asking your questions. I really do adore hearing from you. To celebrate I thought I'd share another piece of my rebrand (new site coming soon), that lovely image to your left is the brand new cover image for...

A little about Karen… Social Media Brand Strategist, Business Consultant, and Speaker, Karen Yankovich is the CEO of Dimare Group, LLC. Having “been there and done that” in the arena of losing (and then re-finding) a focused approach to business and life, Karen now offers coaching and consulting for entrepreneurs. Her unique specialty blends her “get it done” attitude with a passion for soulful li...

I'm sharing a little behind the scenes fun today all about beta testing. I'm sharing why I've done it and also how I do it. If you're currently launching a new product or program I'd love to hear why you choose to beta test, or why you choose not to beta test. Resources My chat with Farideh Ceaser when we talk about the benefits of turning folks off Amanda Shofner's p...

I had a great time chatting with Melissa this week, even if once again she put the smackdown on the idea of me being stuck... We also talk accountability buddies, masterminding, and of course finding what works for YOU! A little about Melissa… Melissa Penton is a Friend with 'Life Changing' Benefits (the technical term is life coach). She helps women take the suck out of success and summ...

It was another FAB episode of #HittheMic, thanks for joining me LIVE if you did. If you missed it there is still time to catch up! We had some AWESOME Google+ questions, I'm even sharing a sneak peek at how I handle my social media and how I keep it all going. Resources Join me for Rock Star Guide to Google+ Share on your Google+ Profile with Do Share Connect with Me Get YOUR question on a fu...

Had a great time sitting down with Farideh, she's so much fun. We talk a bit about what got her off the road and into marketing. We also chat about podcasting, and asshole marketing. Clearly it's not to be missed! Don't forget on Tuesday I'll be doing ANOTHER live edition of #HittheMic so be sure to check out the details here , and ofcourse join me on the 15th. A little about F...

Consistency is one of those topics that come up again and again in business. Even if it's not something you're struggling with right now, it's something you have struggled with and probably will again. I'm getting honest about how I've struggled with it and how I've changed it. Making those changes totally transformed my business. Be sure to hit the comments and let m...

Sitting down with Pamela Wills today and talking about really powerful topics. First we tackle public speaking and Pamela is sharing one big tip to get through that fear. Next up we tackle the topic of shifting your business focus, something she's dealing with right now. It's a fabulous interview and Pamela shares some really fabulous perspectives for any entrepreneur. A little about Pam...

  It's a big day around here at Hit the Mic, I'm announcing a new free community for folks on my VIP list and also breaking down why YOU should join and be a part of Google- communities. I even chat a bit about why you should start one (and how easy it is to do it). You definitely don't want to miss this so give it a listen today. If I leave anything out, hit the comments and let me...

We're getting down and dirty today and taking on money! Stephanie is sharing the things we MUST be doing, starting with seperating our business and personal finances. All with her own amazing humor.     A little about Stephanie... Stephanie Cleary is a Certified Financial Planner TM  who doesn’t own a single grey flannel suit. She busts through money taboos and encourages everyone to own thei...

I had an amazing time doing the live show, be sure to let me know if you enjoyed at well, maybe we'll do another one, or even make it a more regular thing if you guys are into it. We covered everything from LinkedIn to Pinterst, and we talked A LOT about Google+ and the power of Hangouts on Air. Be sure to check it out because there is really something for everyone. Resources Check out the Ro...

We're talking food today! More importantly we're talking about eating food that actually provides value and is GOOD for you, even when you have NO time. We're giving shoutouts to our favorite tips and tools we use to manage our hunger, and our meals when there is NO time for it. Be sure to hit the comments and share your favorite food tips. A little about Lara... Lara Dalch is a hea...

I'm answering a question sent in on Facebook this week. It's all about blogging and how often. I'm going head to head with the idea that "content is king", mostly because it isn't. It's really matter of quality, and that is true for ALL sorts of content. Don't miss it and be sure to hit the comments and tell me if you agree or disagree. I LOVE reading your i...

I know a lot of us come accross the idea to write a book or are frustrated trying to get ahead on blog posts, plus guest posts! It's A LOT of writing. Today we sit down with my friend, and writer, Amanda Shofner. She's telling us how to get some writing actually done, and also how the whole process works. A little about Amanda... Amanda Shofner is a revisionist, sentence wrangler, and  a...

After my last Google+ episode I heard from a lot of you who said Google+ is just so different from Facebook and you can't understand it. Today I'm taking that on. I'm sharing 3 ways Google+ and Facebook are similar and 3 ways they're different. The other point I want to make before you listen to today's episode is that you don't need to abandon Facebook. Your social m...

Today I'm sitting down with the brains, voice, and personality behind Lady Business Radio , Jessica Kupferman. We're talking about the amazing power of podcasting. Jessica is offering some really great insights on everything from what's holding you back from podcasting to getting interviews and how WE do it! This is a can't miss episode if you're looking for new ways to ro...

As more and more people join the social media game it gets  more and more crowded. Which is great, we're able to connect with more people than we have ever had access to before. The downside is it can be a A LOT of noise. It can be tough to get through the constant updates to what you really want to read. That is why using some simple tools, and a few steps can make managing your connections...

First of all this episode contains a shoutout to my FAVORITE review so far. It's seriously awesome and I'm compared to House of Cards. Bit thanks to Yoneva for leaving it because it made my day!! Also I'm joined by Amanda Cook and together we're talking about making your email marketing work well. Amanda shares her big pet peeves and also actionable steps to make your email mar...

Instagram has a 150 Million active users, 55 Million updates happen on average each day, how are you still ignoring this? In this episode I'm breaking down the numbers, giving you suggestions on what to post, and sharing some tools to take your Instagram time from sucky to spectacular. Give it a listen and TAKE ACTION. Be sure to hit the comments and let me know where I can find you on Instag...

Today we're taking on what seems like an unsexy topic, your calendar. Spend some time with Katie and me and you'll find that it's anything but boring. Katie is an amazing coach and podcaster and I'm SO excited she agreed to join me and talk about really taking control of your life, your to-do list, and your calendar instead of playing victim to it. This is not your standard tim...

From my first episode I've had a lot of questions about how and why I decided to start a podcast, this increased after I was quoted in a recent Forbes article by Nathalie Lussier . This of course leads me to today's episode, all about how and why I started Hit the Mic with Stacey Harris. One thing I want to say right now though is if you're thinking about starting a show, DO IT! I w...

One of the big dreams of many online entrepreneurs is passive income. The ability to put content out there and have people pay to get access. Today's guest, Corey Freeman, has done exactly that. Through her journey with entrepreneurship, Headway, and WordPress she found she had a passion for empowering people to do things themselves and created Headway 101. Check out the episode and hear more...

  I spent some really amazing time over the weekend with some amazing ladies at an event in Miami, Thrive Hive Live. My entire flight home Sunday night I was thinking about the power that comes from connecting with people in person. I'm obviously a HUGE fan of social media networking and networking online, I'm a member of Thrive Hive after all and that is what brought me to Thrive Hive L...